At TUCAB, the choice of raw materials is strategic to guarantee the best performance in tubes, profiles and seals. Each material has unique characteristics and can be replaced or complemented by others to optimize performance.
1. ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
Advantages: Impact resistant and easy to process.
Disadvantages: Sensitive to UV and strong chemicals.
Alternative: PC-ABS, with greater thermal resistance.
Application: Industrial tubes and automotive profiles.
2. Nylon (Polyamide)
Advantages: High mechanical and thermal resistance.
Disadvantages: Absorbs moisture.
Alternative: PBT, which absorbs less moisture.
Application: Seals and structural components.
3. PBT (Polybutylene Terephthalate)
Advantages: Good chemical resistance and thermal stability.
Disadvantages: Less flexible.
Alternative: PETG, for more flexibility.
Application: Profiles and electrical parts.
4. LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene)
Advantages: Flexible and resistant.
Disadvantages: Less rigidity.
Alternative: HDPE, with greater rigidity.
Application: Water pipes and seals.
5. HDPE (High Density Polyethylene)
Advantages: High mechanical and chemical resistance.
Disadvantages: Less flexible.
Alternative: PP, more flexible.
Application: High pressure pipes and industrial profiles.
6. PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)
Advantages: Transparent and strong.
Disadvantages: Deforms at high temperatures.
Alternative: Polycarbonate, with greater thermal resistance.
Application: Decorative profiles and packaging.
7. PP (Polypropylene)
Advantages: Light and resistant to chemicals.
Disadvantages: Less resistance to cold impacts.
Alternative: Flexible PVC, for greater resistance in varied environments.
Application: Profiles and chemical pipes.
8. Rigid and Flexible PVC
Advantages: Weather resistant.
Disadvantages: Rigidity in rigid and lower thermal resistance in flexible.
Alternative: TPE, for more elasticity.
Application: Construction profiles and gas pipes.
9. SEBS (Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene)
Advantages: High elasticity.
Disadvantages: Lower resistance to heavy loads.
Alternative: TPU, for greater abrasion.
Application: Seals and profiles.
10. TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer)
Advantages: Recyclable and flexible.
Disadvantages: Lower chemical resistance.
Alternative: TPU, for demanding applications.
Application: Profiles and flexible tubes.
11. TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane)
Advantages: High impact resistance.
Disadvantages: High cost.
Alternative: TPE, for lower cost.
Application: Industrial seals and tubes.
Conclusion
TUCAB uses high-performance materials and explores alternatives that meet the specific needs of each client. Each raw material is chosen to offer innovation and durability.
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Raw Materials Used by TUCAB and Its Alternatives
